CHP said the Escalon man was driving approximately 55 mph on westbound State Route 108 in Sonora when the front left tire of an oncoming vehicle reportedly blew out. A 52-year-old Modesto man driving the eastbound vehicle lost control and veered into the westbound lane, striking the Escalon man's Toyota.

CHP did not release the Escalon man's name pending notification of his family. The Modesto man was not hurt. His 49-year-old female passenger was treated for minor injuries.